Cape Ivy #231 by Passionate Gem

Cape Ivy in 5" nursery bowl pot

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☀️ Indoor ivy needs bright light to grow, but not direct sunlight. Cape Ivy (aka German Ivy) grows best in medium to bright light away from direct sunlight as it can cause scorching of the leaves. Regularly turn the pot to ensure that the Cape Ivy receives light on all sides for uniform growth.

🌡️ Grows well in average room temperatures between 60-55°F but no lower than 55°F or higher than 75°F. Avoid sudden temperature drops and cold drafts. Humidity about 60% is ideal. Since most homes sit around 30 to 50%, you can provide additional humidity from a humidifier, daily misting or placing in a bathroom or kitchen.

💧Cape Ivy likes to be planted in a well-drained soil and it likes to remain evenly moist. If the top 2 inches of the soil is dry, give it a drink. If leaf edges are turning brown it is a sign of over watering. If leaves crisp up or fall off it is a sign of under watering. 

🪴 Do not repot right away. Let the plant stay in its nursery pot for at least a few months to get used to its new home. Most plants go dormant in the winter so It's best to not repot them then because they could go in to shook. It's best to repot every 1-2 years during the growing months of spring and summer. This plant grows well in a standard potting mix. It is beneficial to blend in some sand and perlite to Improve drainage. They can become slightly root-bound before repotting.

💊 They do not need to be fertilized often. Once a month or so during the growing season is best. Feed during the spring and summer months with a fertilizer that has a NPK (nitrogen-phosphorous-potassium) ratio of approximately 10-10-10. For the amount to use, follow product label instructions. No fertilizer is needed during the winter months when growth naturally slows.

🐜 All plants from Passionate Gem are treated monthly with a natural spray consisting of hydrogen peroxide, natural soap and neem oil diluted with water--but that doesn't mean once they go to a new home it can't catch a critter infestation from surrounding plants or soil. (Even flowers can be a carrier of pests!)  Preventative maintenance Is key! Check your plants often, clean leaves by giving the occasional shower or wiping with a clean damp cloth. Use clean pots and fresh quality soil when transplanting. A spray, like mentioned above, is a really great preventative measure as well.